SPED 507 - Reading Check #1

Jackie is a well-behaved ninth grader who is reading four grade levels below the rest of the  ninth-grade class. Mr. Atom, the science teacher, wants to include her with the rest of the class, but he is unsure how to accommodate Jackie due to her reading disability. Which of the following suggests an inappropriate accommodation for Jackie?

• Pair Jackie with a lab partner who can help with reading, but hold Jackie accountable for completing the labs and writing up her results.
• Allow Jackie to complete easier science labs from the fifth grade science book, because the book is at her reading level.
• Provide Jackie with audiotapes of the labs and textbook chapters, so she may listen to them at her convenience.
• Allow Jackie to have her science tests read orally, or allow her to use technologies that "read" print for her.

Anthony is a first grade student who has been struggling in his general education setting. The parents and teacher have discussed their concerns about Anthony's lack of progress and frustration. Using the response to intervention model, what is the likely first step to implement for Anthony?

• The teacher should implement high-quality, research-based interventions and monitor Anthony's progress.
• The teacher should request that Anthony be tested for special education services.
• The parents should have Anthony assessed by his pediatrician.
• The teacher and parents should wait until Anthony gets a bit older before acting on their concerns.

Sheila is a student with a learning disability who receives instruction in the general education curriculum. Which of the following would be an appropriate accommodation for Sheila when taking the standardized state test?

• Not requiring Sheila to take the test.
• Allow Sheila to take the test home to complete.
• Allow Sheila additional time to complete the test.
• Allow Sheila to take an alternative assessment.

This school year, you have very culturally diverse students. In order to enhance your self-awareness of the culture, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

• Examine your cultural values.
• Talk to your student's parents.
• Become aware of your biases.
• Expect your students to conform to the majority value system.

You notice in your culturally diverse classroom that there are some underlying prejudices among certain students. How can you reduce these prejudices to create a culturally accepting environment?

• When you notice prejudice, punish the student.
• Talk to the parents of the student who is exhibiting prejudice.
• Teach about the concept of race as a social construct.
• When you notice prejudice, send that student to the principal's office.